Kastella Travel Guide
Athens
Popular places to visit
Port of Piraeus
Explore the waterfront in Athens with a trip to Port of Piraeus. Discover the lively bars and fascinating museums in this walkable area.
Acropolis
The ancient Greek city rises like a phoenix from the city center of modern Athens, lighting up at night in splendid glory.
Syntagma Square
This square was built in ancient times and remains at the center of political and social activity in modern Athens.
Parthenon
Step back in time and explore the ancient myths etched into the walls of the largest Doric temple in Greece, originally dedicated to the warrior goddess Athena.
Lavrio Port
Explore the waterfront in Athens with a trip to Lavrio Port. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
Acropolis Museum
This modern museum is labor of love that has taken decades to complete and accommodates millions of visitors each year.
Things to do
From Athens: Hydra, Poros, and Aegina Day Cruise with Lunch
Historical Delphi One Day Tour with Arachova Stop & Expert Guide
Athens Hop-On Hop-Off Open-Top Bus Tour
Athens All Included: Acropolis and Museum Guided Tour with Ticket
Acropolis and Parthenon Tour in Athens included Skip the line ticket
From Athens: Meteora Monasteries, Hermit Caves & Seaside Escapes
Top hotels in Kastella
The Stanley
Lovely clean rooms, fantastic breakfast and friendly helpful staff. The local area leaves a bit to be desired at night but we never felt unsafe or had an issue. Local coffee shops and eateries nearby with a metro and open top bus stop directly outside the hotel. Lovely pool and bar on the roof with ...
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026
Grand Hyatt Athens
Friendly staff and very clean. A bit outdated equipment. Good location although not too close to the center.
Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026
Sofitel Athens Airport
You don't need an airport shuttle from this hotel, it literally is a quick walk right across the street from Athens Intl. Airport. It's awesome. I had a hard time visualizing this setup, but it really is ideal for easy, easy, fast access to the airport, especially for early morning flights.
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026
Electra Metropolis Athens
Hospitality, quality, attentiveness…I could go on. They couldn’t do enough for you. The staff make this place the most enjoyable experience. The rooms were clean and well looked after with nice little touches and chocolate treat every day on your bed. Thank you. I will come again when I am in Athens. ...
Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026
Athens Gate Hotel
Beautiful rooftop views of the Acropolis! Wonderful bar and restaurant staff, food was delicious. Walkable to everything. Staff was very helpful and friendly. Highly recommend!
Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026
Acropolis Magenta
Great location. Shopping and restaurants just a few blocks walk. Nice clean rooms. Friendly staff. Would 100% stay again.
Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Kastella
Petralona
Be sure to check out the monuments and historical sites while you're strolling through Petralona, and hop on the metro at Petralona Station to see more of the surrounding area.
Neos Kosmos
The restaurants and shopping are a few things visitors like about Neos Kosmos. Check out Onassis Cultural Centre while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Neos Kosmos Station or Kasomouli Station to get around town.
Koukaki
Visitors to Koukaki love its fascinating museums, and you can check out Acropolis Museum and Museum of the Center for the Acropolis Studies. If you want to see more in the area, you can get around town on the metro at Akropoli Station.
Thissio
Visitors often come to Thissio for its abundant dining options, but many stay to explore sights like Temple of Hephaestos and Ancient Agora of Athens. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you take a ride at Thissio Station.
Anafiotika
The abundant dining options and interesting museums are top of the list for many visitors to Anafiotika. A stop by Acropolis Museum or Ilias Lalaounis Jewelry Museum might round out your trip.
Makrigianni
While you're in Makrigianni, take in top sights like Acropolis Museum and jump on the metro at Akropoli Station to see more of the city.
